Ross County has been relegated from the Scottish Championship after losing 3-2 to Raith Rovers in Kirkcaldy on May 1, 2026. This marks their first drop to League One in 19 years.
Kieran Phillips opened the scoring for Ross County in the 16th minute. However, Raith Rovers equalized through Innes Cameron in the 76th minute. The match took a dramatic turn when Jack Hamilton scored, putting Raith ahead.
In stoppage time, Jayden Carbon leveled the score temporarily for Ross County. But Josh Mullin sealed the defeat with a penalty for Raith after being fouled by Declan Gallagher.
Akil Wright was sent off for his involvement in a post-match brawl. The game confirmed Ross County’s relegation, finishing two points below Airdrie.
This relegation follows back-to-back drops for Ross County, who were also relegated from the Premiership last May. They had only six league wins since January and faced significant struggles throughout the season.
Stuart Kettlewell’s future as manager is now uncertain. He hinted at being open to talks about his position amid a disastrous campaign.
Key facts:
- Ross County scored 2 goals while Raith Rovers scored 3.
- Kieran Phillips scored in the 16th minute; Innes Cameron equalized in the 76th minute.
- The match score was confirmed as 3-2.
- This is Ross County’s first time playing League One football in 19 years.
As they prepare for next season, significant squad changes are likely for Ross County. The team must regroup and strategize for their new challenges ahead.